Ingredients
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon seafood seasoning1 large egg, beaten3/4 cup pineapple juice1 package (14 ounces) sweetened shredded coconut1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveinedOil for deep-fat fryingOptional: Apricot preserves, sweet-and-sour sauce, plum sauce or Dijon mustard
Preparation
In a bowl, combine the flour, seasoning, egg and pineapple juice until smooth. Place coconut in a shallow bowl. Dip shrimp into batter, then coat with coconut.
In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry shrimp, a few at a time, until golden brown, about 1-1/2 minutes, turning occasionally. Drain on paper towels. Serve with dipping sauce or mustard if desired.
